[Solution] Ignition won’t turn - is my Kia Telluride AWD asking for a code?

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Outlawstar
Member since October 2022 • 18 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Kia Telluride AWD - where's the key code?

Posted on March 04, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kia Telluride AWD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 05, 2025

Replies (6)

Echolima
Member • 84 posts

I need this so bad for my Kia Telluride AWD. Subscribed!

March 05, 2025 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 114 posts

I have a 2011 Kia Telluride AWD, will this method work for that year?

March 06, 2025 Reply
Hackman
Member • 57 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Kia Telluride AWD too.

March 07, 2025 Reply
Frostydog
Member • 110 posts

Using this on my Kia Telluride AWD now. Hope it works.

March 08, 2025 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 61 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Kia Telluride AWD too!

March 09, 2025 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 83 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Kia Telluride AWD.

March 10, 2025 Reply

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